Monitoring and evaluation

How can the impact of development programmes be assessed with a view to improving their efficiency and effectiveness? What particular challenges are involved in monitoring and evaluating development interventions, and how should these be addressed?

This guide introduces some of the core debates and considerations for development practitioners involved in designing and managing monitoring and evaluation (M&E) activities. It provides case studies of applying different methodological approaches, tools for step by step planning and lessons learned from international experience of M&E in a range of developing country contexts.

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This guide was prepared by Claire Mcloughlin. The GSDRC appreciates the valuable contributions of Michael Bamberger, Social Development and Program Evaluation Consultant and Jo Bosworth, DFID Social Development Adviser. Comments, questions or documents for consideration are welcome to Seema Khan

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